1 Chronicles 27 (KJV)
Read 1 Chronicles chapter 27 in the King James Version of the Holy Bible.
1 Chronicles 27
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1 Chronicles 27 Summary
David's military and civil administration is detailed: twelve divisions of 24,000 soldiers each serve one month per year, tribal leaders are named, and royal officials oversee the king's property including farms, vineyards, and livestock.
This organizational structure reveals David as both a warrior and an administrator. The monthly military rotation allowed citizens to serve their nation without abandoning their families permanently, balancing national defense with personal life.
Key Themes
Military organizationCivil administrationMonthly rotationBalanced serviceRoyal stewardship
Key Verses in 1 Chronicles 27
"The children of Israel...served the king in any matter of the courses, which came in and went out month by month."
— 1 Chronicles 27:1
The rotation system shows wisdom in managing human resources without exhausting them.
"David took not the number of them from twenty years old and under: because the LORD had said he would increase Israel like to the stars."
— 1 Chronicles 27:23
David trusted God's promise of multiplication rather than counting every person.
Life Application
Good leadership creates sustainable systems. Don't burn people out—create rhythms that allow service and rest to coexist.
Frequently Asked Questions
How was David's army organized?
Twelve divisions of 24,000 soldiers each served one month per year, providing continuous military readiness while allowing most men to remain at home for eleven months.
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